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Rost Martin R1MF comes to Califnoria

Will's Gunsmithing 2011 Open Major

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Full Custom Springfield 1911 Champion/Operator with High-cut Grip, 25LPI front strap checkering, bottom bevel slide cut and much more.
 

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Just talked to you regarding front strap checkering.
Am so glad to see someone local who can do 1911 services.

Your work really looks good !
Can’t wait to meet up and use your services !
 
An excellent example of a Steel Challenge pistol complete with a Will's Gunsmithing custom made 2-port compensator and much more.....Optics to be determined
 

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Another 2011 example. This project started as a simple slide racker replacement. Unfortunately for the client, a cracked slide was discovered and the project expanded into a new top end, including a rebarrel and new full profile compensator and refinishing. A little extra love was applied in some blending and metal shaping.
 

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Jon F said:
Nice bob. Do you do restorations? I found a CZ 27 buried in a box when my MIL passed away. It was unfired, still covered in cosmoline and had a plug in the barrel, but has rust pitting on one side from sitting in the box.
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Unfortunately we only work on the 1911/2011 platforms and Smith & Wesson Revolvers.
 
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Oh. Okay. Sorry I was not aware of the protocols. Still figuring things out. I will look through the provided link to familiarize myself with policies. My apologies for misstep
 
Willssmithing a.k.a Will Ohara is a freaking LEGENDARY Gunsmith in Socal. He is one of the greats! His son in law Shawn McGuiness is also a fantastic 1911 and revolver gunsmith! I am happy to see you on here sir!
 
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